On September 5, 2026, Springfield College’s field hockey squad captured a decisive 7‑2 victory over Saint Joseph’s (Maine), elevating their season record to 2‑0 and marking the second straight game in which the Pride have scored six or more goals.
Senior Ava Coppola was the centerpiece of the attack, finding the net three times and adding an assist, while sophomore Sophia Sares contributed two goals and an assist. Samara Skully added a third‑quarter marker in the 51st minute, and senior Rachel Simkewicz responded for Saint Joseph’s with a penalty‑stroke goal in the 38th minute. The Pride’s scoring spree unfolded across the quarters, with two goals in the opening period, a double‑strike from Sares in the second, and a three‑goal surge in the third that pushed the lead to 5‑1 before a final tally of 7‑2.
Offensive Firepower
Defensively, the Pride limited Saint Joseph’s to just four shots on goal and held them scoreless after the early penalty‑stroke, while goalkeeper Sam Orcutt made two crucial saves. Springfield dominated possession, out‑shooting the visitors 22‑6 and maintaining a strong penalty‑corner advantage throughout the match.
The performance not only secured a comfortable margin but also reinforced the team’s early‑season momentum, suggesting a promising trajectory as they prepare for the remainder of the schedule.